1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 67 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Brava | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
